{"id":2241,"date":"2025-09-23T08:40:39","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T08:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/countrymusictune.com\/?p=2241"},"modified":"2025-09-23T08:40:39","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T08:40:39","slug":"machine-gun-kelly-reacts-to-criticism-of-making-kids-gay-with-his-new-song","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/countrymusictune.com\/?p=2241","title":{"rendered":"Machine Gun Kelly Reacts To Criticism Of Making Kids Gay With His New Song"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Machine Gun Kelly has addressed recent criticism about his new song \u2018Clich\u00e9\u2019 through a video on Instagram.<\/p>\n<p>He directly confronted negative comments about the song and its music video. The criticism specifically targeted the content\u2019s alleged influence on viewers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI don\u2019t really have a spotlight hate because the love just outweighs it but sometimes I get a lot,\u201d MGK said. \u201cSomeone wrote, \u2018The poster is even ghayer. They are turning the kids ghey.\u2019 Tell me you\u2019re insecure. Just tell me you find your girlfriend watching my music video without telling me. It\u2019s a pop song man.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>His response coincides with the release of his new pop single \u2018Clich\u00e9\u2019 and its music video.<\/p>\n<p>The controversy has emerged during a significant milestone in MGK\u2019s musical evolution.<\/p>\n<p>The Music Universe reported the May 23, 2025 release of \u2018Clich\u00e9.\u2019 The track serves as the first single from his upcoming album. It showcases a fresh direction with its upbeat pop-punk style and \u201980s pop elements.<\/p>\n<p>The music video has captured widespread attention for its artistic approach. 98 Online highlighted MGK\u2019s dance performance in the video. The nostalgic, carefree choreography was crafted by renowned choreographer Sean Bankhead.<\/p>\n<p>MGK has generated excitement for the song\u2019s release through several musical tributes. The Music Universe noted his performances of reimagined covers. These include \u201cIris\u201d by Goo Goo Dolls and \u201cBoulevard of Broken Dreams\u201d by Green Day.<\/p>\n<p>The artist will perform \u2018Clich\u00e9\u2019 at the upcoming 30th Anniversary Vans Warped Tour. The song is anticipated to become a summer favorite among fans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Machine Gun Kelly has addressed recent criticism about his new song \u2018Clich\u00e9\u2019 through a video on Instagram. 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